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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1989 1018 CC REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL Moorpark, California October 18, 1989 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark, California was held on October 18, 1989 in the Council Chambers of City Hall of said City, located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at the hour of 7:20 p.m. by Mayor Eloise Brown. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Clint Harper, Paul Lawrason, Bernardo Perez, Scott Montgomery and Mayor Eloise Brown Steven Kueny, City Manager; Brian Pierik, Acting City Attorney; Richard Hare, Deputy City Manager; John Knipe, Assistant City 1= ngineer; Lieutenant Richard Rodriguez, Sheriff's Department; Pat Richards, Director of Community Development; Susan Cauldwell, Administrative Assistant; Phil Newhouse, Director of Community Services; Eva Marie Crooks, Deputy City Clerk; and Lillian Kellerman, City Clerk. 4. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS, AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: The following proclamations were presented: A. Proclaim November 1, 1989 - 1990 as Buckle -Up for Life Challenge B. Recognize the City of Camarillo on October 22, their 25th Anniversary C. Recognize Boy Scout George Mahoney for Work at Monte Vista Nature Park D. Recognition of Scout Troop 689 for Work Performed at Monte Vista Nature Park Minutes of the City Council Moorpark California Page 2. Octobe_r_._18_, 1989 E. Presentation by Ventura County Environmental Coalition concerning expansion of Moorpark area Greenbelt. Margaret F. Kirnig, Chairperson of the Environmental Coalition Moorpark Branch, requested that the City Council endorse the concept of greenbelts and that they direct the staff to pursue the proposed Greenbelt Agreement with the City of Camarillo, County of Ventura and LAFCC. Ms. Kirnig also presented an exhibit outlining the proposed greenbelt. 5. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: A. Councilmember Montgomery requested that Item 11.I be added relative to the Budget and Finance Committee recommendation to providing assistance to municipalities affected by the earthquake. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to add Item 11.I to the agenda since the need arose after the posting of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. B. Councilmember Harper requested that Item 11.G be heard prior to Item 11.A to accommodate those present for that item. Consensus: It was the consensus of the Council to move Item 11.G in front of Item 11.A. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS: A. Stephen Craven, 287 Casey Road, stated that a left turn lane is needed going north on Casey Road or that stop signs should be installed. He also indicated that when he notified the City that his neighbor was operating a concrete business out of his home, the City should have notified the property owner not the tenant. B. Phill Yu (aka Yu Pyong Derk), 205 W. Los Angeles Avenue, indicated the wooden doors installed at his shoe store are dangerous to children and that sliding doors should be permitted. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Pace 3 October 18-, 1989 Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, indicated the request had been denied by his department because of the aesthetics of the architectural design. He also stated that the applicant's engineer is exploring the possibility of installing a wooden sliding door. Council directed staff to work with Mr. Yu and his engineer on the alternatives. C. Beverly Harris, 13893 Christian Barrett, spoke in favor of a greenbelt, and recommended the City Council support the request of the Environmental Coalition. D. Colin Velazquez, 1078 Mellow Lane, Simi Valley, requested permission to speak at the time Item 11.B was discussed. Council had no objection to the request. E. Gary Scott, 12395 Springcreek Road, thanked the Council for their responsiveness in changing the time restrictions for trash pick up in residential areas. F. James Shiells, representing Win. Shiells of Fillmore, P.O. Box 475, Fillmore, recommended approval of a land use planned greenbelt subsidized by its benefactors. Mr. Shiells indicated he consulted with the Horizons Group development on the North Ranch area of Thousand Oaks. G. Mike Horowitz, 996 Calle Ruiz, Thousand Oaks, spoke regarding the IPD 88 -1 condition which requires a 200 -foot sewer line and requested an additional condition requiring future adjacent lot owners to reimburse him. Council requested staff to work with Mr. Horowitz, refer him to the appropriate county agencies, and then provide the Council with a progress report. H. Allen Leland, 96 Moorpark Avenue, stated he would be present for Item 11.D, and that he had not yet reviewed tonight's staff report and recommended action. I. Larry Schmidt, 2716 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, with Watt Industries, spoke regarding Item 11.G, and questioned the procedures for the public hearing. He asked if the property owners would be reimbursed if this area was set aside for open space. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 4 October 18.____1989 7. COMMITTEE REPORTS: A. Councilmember Montgomery stated that he would report on the Ventura County Waste Commission meeting and East County Waste Shed Task Force during Item 11.F. B. Mayor Brown stated she attended the Ventura County Transportation Commission meeting last week; the Navy League Award to Outstanding Service People was presented to Moorpark resident Lieutenant Frances K. Coyle; she attended birthday celebrations for the Cities of Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks; the Animal Regulation Commission met last Thursday and discussed cat licensing; the Ventura County Association of Cities met and discussed solid waste; and the Waterworks District Advisory Committee met and discussed new reservoirs which will be constructed to increase water pressure and landscaping around the ponds. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR: MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Montgomery seconded a motion to remove items 8.0., 8.N., 8.P, and 8.Q. from the Consent Calendar for discussion. The following items were approved by an unanimous roll call vote: A. Consider approval of minutes for the Adjourned—City Council Meeting of Se tp ember_1_3_,___1989. Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes_ for the Reqular City Council Meeting of September 20, __.1_98.91_ Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the Special__City Council Meeting of September 20,___1989. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the City Council Meetinq of September 27, 1989. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the_�ecial _City_ Council Meeting of June 15, 1988. _ Staff Recommendation _ Approve the minutes as processed. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Pale_ 5 October 18, 1989 C. Consider approval of minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of June 15, 1988, Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the Joint Meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission September 8, 1987. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for t_he Special City Council Meeting of September 14, 1987. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the Adjourned City Council Meeting of November 9i_1987_._ Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of minutes for the Adjourned City Council Meeting of November 23, 198_7. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes as processed. Consider approval of Warrant Register 1988/89_ - Prepaid Warrants Nos. 10386 -10395 10459 - 10478 $ 16,234.30 - Payables 10484 -10545 $302,725.65 Consider approval of_ Warrant_- .Regist_er_1989 /90.:_ - Prepaid Warrants Nos. 9162 $ 8,000.00 - Payable Warrants Nos. 9163 -9165 $ 5,201.73 E. Minor Modification No. 2 - _Litton DP 290 - A request to install metal patio type roof coyerings_.ove_r_ two _entry! ways. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file. F. Lot Line Adjustment 89 -2 CWest Americas An adjustment between Parcels 15 & 16 of PM 3192. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file. G. Consider approval of c_ogjp_rehegsive and collision vehicle insurance policy with Southern California Joint Powers Insurance Agency. Staff Recommendation: Approve policy. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 6 .... October 18 1989 H. Award procurement of for the Moor ark Police Department motorcycle to Harley- Davidson of Lancaster. Staff Recommendation: Award bid to Harley- Davidson of Lancaster for $6,277.49 and authorize purchase of extended maintenance agreement for $475.00. I. Consider request for funding for. Dia de Los Muertos Celebration. Staff Recommendation: Authorize expenditure of $250 for the Dia de Los Muertos event and waiver of all permit fees. J. Report on Contractual Employees. - Recreation Division. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file. K. Consider Approval of Notice of Completion for Moorpark Avenue Rubberized Railroad Crossing Project. Staff Recommendation: Authorize the City Clerk to record Notice of Completion. L. Consider Map Recordation for Tract 4341 -1 to 4 (Urban West). Staff Recommendation: Authorize Map recordation and approval of Subdivision Agreement. M. Status Report of the Business Registration Proqram. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file. 0. Traffic System Management Fund_ - A report regarding_ the use of funds associated with Commuter Computer. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff -Io create a TSM fund. The following items were pulled for individual consideration by the Council: D. Minor Modification Definition_ Amendment - A report regarding an amendment to the Zoning Code ­regarding the modification process. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff to take no action at this time and receive and file report. Councilmember Montgomery requested clarification that the previously discussed section (Section 8111.7.1.2) had been incorporated into the Zoning Code. Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, confirmed that the changes had been incorporated. MOTION: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to approve the staff recommended action. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, Cal i forni a _Pag_g_ 7 . October 18_1989 N. Consider notice and call of -_special meeting of the Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board. Staff Recommendation: Call special meeting for October 25, 1989 at 7:00 p.m. MOTION: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to give the City Manager the authority to negotiate a time extension with the owners of the Villa del Arroyo Mobile Home Park for the special meeting of the Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. P. Reconsideration of wording f_or City Hall monument sign._ Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to hear this item at the beginning of the discussion /action portion of the agenda. Q. Consider presentation from Ventura County Transportation (� regarding proposed half -cent sales tax measure. Staff Recommendation: Set the presentation for a meeting in November and direct staff to finalize presentation with VCTC. MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to approve the staff recommended action, the date for the presentation to be November 15, 1989. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Public Hearing Notice Requirements - A proposed draft ordinance changing the current 300 ft. notice requirement to 1000 ft. with an excep�jon for one single family residence seeking a zone variance. Staff Recommendation: Continue to November 1, 1989 Council meeting. (Item 9.D. con't from 9/6 and 9/13) No speaker cards were presented for this item. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to continue the hearing to November 1, 1981). Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page _8 _October_18_,._1989 B. Draft Housing Element (March 1989) of the General Plan. - A draft of the revised Housing Element of the City's General Plan as periodic updating required by State law. Staff Recommendation: Direct Staff as deemed appropriate. (Item 9.C. con't from 9/6/89 and 10/4/89.) Debbie Traffenstedt, Senior Planner, stated that the public hearing had been closed, presented the staff report and summarized the additional Council comments on the Draft Housing Element. She indicated that after the 1990 census data was available, the Housing Element should be updated. Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, clarified the target growth figures within the General Plan. He also responded to questions regarding determination of compliance with the goals of the Housing Element. Councilmember Harper stated that affordable housing projects should be encouraged through density bonuses permitted in Measure F. MOTION: Councilmember Lawrason moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to accept the Draft Housing Element as presented and to approve Resolution No. 89 -620, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moorpark adopting the Housing Element of the General Plan of said City. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. C. Draft Updated Building Codes. - Proposed _ Building, Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Codes. Staff Recommendation: Approve the Draft Updated Building Codes and Introduce Ordinance for First Reading. Pat Richards, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and recommended approval of the draft Building Codes ordinance for introduction and first reading. Mr. Richards said that the Code was amended to include sections 8.07.040, 8.07.050 and 8.01.040 as indicated in the staff repori:. Mr. Richards also stated that Dave Baird, Building Official, was available to answer any technical questions. Mayor Brown opened the public hearing, and noting there was no one present who wished to speak on this item, closed the public hearing. Acting City Attorney, Brian Pierik, read the Ordinance No. 115 in title. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 9 _ .October 18,_1989 MOTION: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Montgomery seconded a motion to waive further reading and declare the Ordinance read in title only. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. MOTION: Councilmember Perez moved and Councilmember Harper seconded a motion to declare Ordinance No. 115 introduced and read for the first time. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. D. Major Modification No. 3 to Planned Community No. 3 - A proposal to modify the Specific_.Plan and Master Plan for PC -3 to allow the designated community focus area to include 11 acres of nei hg boyhood commercial uses and to eliminate streets from the circulation pla _n__ Staff Recommendation: Continue to November 1, 1989. No speaker cards were presented for this item. CONSENSUS: By consensus the Council determined to continue the hearing to November 1, 1989. 10. COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEIMBERS: A. Appointment to Parks and _ Recreation Commission. Recommendation: Consider appointment to Parks and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Montgomery informed the Council he would mail to the Council the identity of his nominee for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Lawrason stated that he was pleased that the Disaster Committee was moving forward with its work. He also requested a status report regarding South Meadows Park. Phil Newhouse, Community Services Director, stated that all items have been completed and approved with the exception of the drainage issue. He stated that Urban West hopes to resolve any drainage problems at the park. He indicated the City will then proceed with the approval of the plans and development of the park. Councilmember Montgomery spoke regarding a letter received from David Axelson of, the Ste.te Controller's Office, dated October 3, 1989, concerning single audit reports. He indicated he would provide a c(,py to staff for review. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 10 October 18,1989 Councilmember Montgomery commended Richard Hare, Deputy City Manager, for preparation of the investment policy. Councilmember Montgomery requested an update regarding the removal of the lettering on the original Buttercreek tract sign. Steve Kueny, City Manager, stated a response would be forthcoming after reviewing the problem. Mayor Brown commended the Daily News for their positive article regarding the downtown district and promoting High Street. Mayor Brown indicated she would like a status report on the timing of the General Plan Update. Mayor Brown also stated that the use of local businesses for service should be encouraged, and requested that local businesses leave their business cards to make the City aware of their service. AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING, Mayor Brown declared a 15- minute recess. The meeting reconvened at 9:17 p.m. 8. P. Reconsideration of wording for City Hall monument sign. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. Phil Newhouse, Community Services Director, indicated that since Moorpark Avenue is a state highway, the street might be changed or dedicated to the City, the monument sign might not correspond to the street name. He stated that staff recommends removing the street address from the sign and placing it on the building with brass letters. He also stated that the concrete monument sign for Peach Hill Park was included with two other signs in the bid, which increased the expenditure to $10,584.10, exceeding the $10,000.00 limit. Steve Kueny, City Manager, also indicated that the contract would not include lighting of the signs. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 11_ October 18, 1989 Motion: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to approve the expenditure of $10,584.10 for three signs and that the color of the Peach Hill Park concrete sign be compatible with the color of the restrooms and that the street address be deleted from the City Hall sign. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. 11. DISCUSSION /ACTION ITEMS: A. Consider request from Peach Hill Homeowners Association, Inc. to remove 88 Eucalyptus trees. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. Councilmember Montgomery suggested that a meandering concrete walkway could be constructed through the remaining trees. Councilmember Harper stated that the trees are a major element for the tract and requested that they be marked prior to removal. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Harper seconded a motion to direct the subcommittee to identify and mark the trees and report back to the Council prior to their removal. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. G. Consider proposal to expand Greenbelt in vicinity of Moorpark. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. It was noted that the members of the Environmental Coalition left the meeting and were not available for questions. Councilmember Harper stated he had no objection to an interim agreement with follow-up by a Countywide planning process with a long term use. Councilmember Montgomery stated it was his recollection that funds were allocated for additional studies of the city boundaries and extensions, including areas of the greenbelts and /or annexation. Pat Richards, Community Development Director, stated that a study of the areas for possible annexation was not included in the General Plan Update contract. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 12-- __October 18, 1989 Councilmember Lawrason stated he was concerned that the greenbelt was contiguous with the western city border and sphere of influence. He stated that the greenbelt should not be closer than the City's area of interest. Mayor Brown stated she concurred with Councilmember Lawrason that the presented map was not acceptable. She also expressed concern that the greenbelt be compatible with the General Plan Update and that the City of Moorpark have the opportunity to give input regarding the development of the greenbelt. Councilmember Perez requested that the greenbelt be reviewed at the time of the General Plan Update and that the concept be endorsed. Motion: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to direct staff to meet with LAFCO, the City of Camarillo and Ventura County to explore the concept of a greenbelt and report back with recommendations; no reference was to be made to the map exhibited by the Environmental Coalition; staff was also directed to review the planned land use concept as an alternative for the establishment of a greenbelt. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. B. PD 1065 - Colin Velazquez - A report regarding general retail sales vs. auto related retail sales. Staff Recommendation: Reconfirm PO approved for auto related retail only. Pat Richards, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and stated that only auto retail and service is permitted under Resolution No. 87 -440. Councilmember Lawrason stated that he does not recall from previous Planning Commission action that the retail was limited to auto related. Councilmember Montgomery stated that his recollection was that this center was not restricted to auto related sales. Councilmember Harper stated that at the time the Council approved the PD, the applicant indicated only auto related uses would be permitted. He stated he doesn't object to other uses in front of the center, but that staff should review any major changes. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California __PaQe_13 October 18,_1989 Mr. Richards stated that because there is an incompatibility of uses, this would be considered a major modification. Colin Velazquez, 1078 Mellow Lane, Simi Valley, stated that it was also his intent that the center not be restricted to auto related uses. He stated that his letter to the Council dated October 22, 1987 clearly indicated that the center use will be automotive services and retail sales. Councilmember Perez indicated that all of the documentation presented indicates the project was intended to have only auto related sales. Councilmember Harper stated he was concerned that the conditions need clarification can the types of uses. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to make the finding that non -auto retail sales related use is consistent with Condition 1.D as permitted in the entitlement application. Motion carried by voice vote with Councilmembers Harper and Perez dissenting. In response to Mr. Kueny, the Council clarified that "retail" does not mean "service ", such as a Laundromat, dry cleaner, etc. C. Draft Hillside Performance Standards - A Report from the Council's Technical Committee. Staff Recommendation: Direct the Committee and /or staff as deemed appropriate. Pat Richards, Community Development Director, presented the staff report, including the Committee recommendations. Councilmembers Harper and Lawrason indicated they concurred with staff recommendation. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to dire--t the Technical Committee to continue to meet and schedule their recommendations for the first meeting in February. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. The Council concurred to also schedule this item for discussion at the October 30, 1989 Joint City Council /Planning Commission meeting . Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Pale 14 October 18 1989 D. Consider Non - conforming usI ?_ - a __report regardinn 96 Moorpark Avenue and its status as a commercial or residential use. Staff Recommendation: Determine that 96 Moorpark Avenue is a legal non - conforming use limited commercial use. (Continued from 9/20, Item 11.C.) Allen Leland stated that in order to economically utilize the property, he needs both commercial and residential uses to be allowed. Pat Richards, Community Development Director, indicated that this is an opportunity to correct a situation without going through the Commercial Planned Development process. He recommended that parameters be established by limiting the use to either commercial or residential. Councilmember Montgomery indicated that there was no health or safety problem. Councilmember Harper stated that limiting the use to commercial would be difficult because of the economics of the area and that there would possibly be a five -year time limit on this request. Councilmember Perez suggested that this item be discussed further at the joint session. Mayor Brown indicated that this type of use needs to be allowed to revitalize the downtown area. Motion: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Lawrason seconded a motion to approve staff recommendation to find that the former beauty shop was a preexisting use and therefore now legal nonconforming; that there may be no expansion of the existing structure without an approval of a Commercial Planned Development Permit; that no use shall occupy the subject site for which there is an insufficient number of parking spaces or for more than four (4) parking spaces; that only uses permitted within the C -1 zone are allowed; that the current property owner shall record a document, approved by the City Attorney which will serve as notice to future owners of the limitations associated with this property, owner to pay all City Attorney costs; that residential use as presently exists could continue but could not be expanded; and permit the existing residential use for five years. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 15 October 18, 1989 E. Consider Countywide T Preservation Ordinance establish vegetation Staff Recommendation: (Continued from 9/13, ree /Natural and Historical Vegetation - a report_ regarding a proposal to protection throughout the County._ Direct staff as deemed appropriate. Item 11.A. and 9/20, Item 11.A.) Pat Richards, Community Development Director, presented the staff report and recommendation that staff be directed to forward a letter to the Ventura County Resource Management Agency recommending the preservation of oak trees and other natural vegetation within the County area and that the letter address the need for proper enforcement of any such future regulations. Motion: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Montgomery seconded a motion to approve staff recommendation. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. F. Consider revision to CoSWMP in light _of AB 939. Staff Recommendation: Direct Mayor to sign a letter to Board of Supervisors requesting that CoSWMP revision cease and that work on CIWMP begin immediately. Councilmember Montgomery recommended that the letter be explicit that the task force should be comprised of representatives of ten cities and two supervisors, and not include special district or industry representatives. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Harper seconded a motion to approve staff recommendation and that the letter include that the task force should be comprised of representatives of the ten cities and two supervisors only. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Consider status report_ of loan to Redevelopment Agency and additional loan. Staff Recommendation: Authorize additional $30,000 loan from -the City to the Redevelopment Agency. This item was discussed and acted upon during the Special Meeting held prior to the regular meeting. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page__ 16 _ October__1,8__;L989 I. Consideration of Budget and _Finance Committee recommendation to loan funds_ to small cities affected bv October 16 earthquake. Councilmember Montgomery stated that the Budget and Finance Committee recommended that the City make available to Watsonville, Hollister, Millbrae, Burlingame, and Gurneyville, small cities affected by the October 16 earthquake, a loan for $1,000,000 (total loan amount available) payable at the end of the current Fiscal Year, including interest earnings. He indicated that the loan would be secured by existing deposits held by these cities. Councilmember Harper indicated that staff should do research to determine if these cities have been declared disaster areas and are, therefore, eligible for immediate low or no interest loans that would be more attractive than what the City could offer. He recommended that staff be directed to research the immediacy of the need for the $1,000,000 loan and, if determined, a special meeting could be held to approve the final loan agreement. He also recommended that staff look into establishing a disaster relief fund with a $10,000 donation from the City. Mayor Brown indicated that the second part of the Budget and Finance Committee recommendation was that the Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund would receive money donations from citizens of the community and food and clothing could also be donated to the American Red Cross. Motion: Councilmember Montgomery moved and Councilmember Harper seconded a motion to donate $10,000 to the local chapter of the American Red Cross for California cities disaster relief funding; that the money be transferred from the General Fund Reserve as soon as possible; and that other cities be encouraged to match these funds and participate in the relief fund; staff was also directed to investigate the need for a million dollar loan and implemented the loan as discussed by the Council. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. 12. ORDINANCES: None were presented. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page_17_ October 18, 1989 13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMIS: A. Councilmember Montgomery requested that staff analyze shielding street lights near the Moorpark College Observatory. He recommended that an analysis of the cost involved to change all of the lights in the city be performed. B. Mayor Brown requested information regarding warning lights on Highway 118 and a report back on commercial light intrusion. 14. CLOSED SESSION: Motion: Councilmember Harper moved and Councilmember Montgomery seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting to Closed Session to discuss the following items listed on the agenda. A. Personnel. B. Potential litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1). C. Potential litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c). D. Litigation concerning City of Moorpark vs. Moorpark Unified School District. E. Litigation concerning Moorpark. Unified School District vs. City of Moorpark. F. Negotiation for real property at 289 Casey Road (former high school site - Moorpark Unified School District) pursuant to Government Code Section 54945.8. G. Litigation concerning City of Moorpark vs. Southern California Edison. H. Litigation concerning Villa Del Arroyo vs. City of Moorpark. I. Litigation concerning City of Moorpark vs. Fedelety Corporation (Arroyo Vista Park). J. Litigation concerning Ventura County Community College District vs. City of Moorpark. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California —Paje 18 _.____ _ October 18, 1989 K. Litigation concerning the County of Ventura vs. City of Moorpark AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING, Mayor Brown declared a recess. The meeting reconvened into Closed Session at 11:41 p.m. Present were all Council; Steve Kueny, City Manager; Brian Pierik, Acting City Attorney; Richard Hare, Deputy City Manager; and Pat Richards, Community Development Director. Pat Richards left the Closed Session at 11:58 p.m. The meeting reconvened into open session at the hour of 12:10 a.m. Brian Pierik stated there was no action to report out of the Closed Session and that only Items 14.A, 14.B, 14.C, 14.D, and 14.H were discussed. 15. ADJOURNMENT: Motion: Councilmember Lawrason moved and Councilmember Harper seconded a motion to adjourn thie meeting to 7:00 p.m. on October 25, 1989. The time was 12:12 a.m. "5�f -�' 4 - Eloise Brown, ayor ATTEST: